Live encoder settings, bitrates, and resolutions

It's important to make sure your live stream is high quality. Make sure you choose a quality that will result in a reliable stream based on your Internet connection. We recommend running a speed test to test your upload bitrate.

If you're using Stream now, you do not need to specify a resolution, framerate, or bitrate.. Stream now will automatically detect your encoder settings.

If you’re using Events, you can either choose a variable resolution stream key to gain the benefits of Stream now or you can specify your desired resolution and framerate manually.

YouTube will automatically transcode your live stream to create many different output formats so all of your viewers on all of their devices and networks can watch!

Make sure to test before you start your live stream. Tests should include audio and movement in the video similar to what you'll be doing in the stream. During the event, monitor the stream health and review messages.

Note: For 4K / 2160, optimize for low latency is not available. All streams will be optimized for normal latency.

4K / 2160p @60fps

When you schedule Events, make sure to check the 60fps box in the Ingestion Settings tab if you are not using a variable resolution stream key. Stream now will auto-detect the frame rate and resolution.

Resolution: 3840x2160p

Video Bitrate Range: 20,000 - 51,000 Kbps

4k / 2160p @30fps

When you schedule Events, make sure to check the 60fps box in the Ingestion Settings tab if you are not using a variable resolution stream key. Stream now will auto-detect the frame rate and resolution.

When you schedule Events, make sure to check the 60fps box in the Ingestion Settings tab if you are not using a variable resolution stream key. Stream now will auto-detect the frame rate and resolution.

When you schedule Events, make sure to check the 60fps box in the Ingestion Settings tab if you are not using a variable resolution stream key.. Stream now will auto-detect the frame rate and resolution.